Job Description:
We are seeking a skilled Freight Specialist to join our team at the Intel site in Leixlip. As one of the largest providers of industrial, medical and special gases in the UK and Ireland, we require someone with experience in freight activities or import and export.
This is an excellent opportunity for a professional looking to grow within a successful organization.
Main Responsibilities:
* Support with freight planning activities and logistics coordination
* Vendor PO follow up
* Support month end billing cycle where vendor or customer queries exist
* Co-ordination of PO requests for month end reconciliations
* Ensure rate file effective & expiry dates are current and up to date on SharePoint
* Archive outdated commercial buy and sell rates
* Follow up with vendors for rate file updates
* Checking of queried vendor invoices where ongoing disputes exist
* Production of commercial KPIs
* Creation of Power Point slides for SLT/QBR
* Support projects related to operational, productivity, cost improvement, process optimisation
Required Skills and Qualifications:
* 2+ years' experience in freight / logistics / import & export role
* Experience in working with suppliers
* Understanding of the negotiation / procurement process
* Ability to think ahead and plan accordingly
* Practical problem-solving ability
* Credible communication and negotiation skills at all levels
* Ability to identify, develop and implement innovative ideas